Job summary
To work as a key member of the Wellbeing team,
contributing to a co-ordinated and efficient service reflecting the aims and
philosophy of hospice care.
To promote and maintain the highest quality of
care to patients, their families and significant others and to work as a member
of the multi-disciplinary and partnership teams using initiative in planning patient care.
To be motivated, enthusiastic and forward
thinking in developing a holistic goal focussed service
To
contribute to a co-ordinated and efficient service, having an understanding of
all departments, reflecting the aims and philosophy of Hospice care.
Main duties of the job
In conjunction with the Wellbeing Services Senior
Palliative Care Nurse, ensure prompt and accurate assessment of relevant newly
referred patients for Hospice Services, applying a holistic and patient centred
approach.
For those patients referred to the Wellbeing service,
following assessment, develop a programme of care to meet their individual
needs in liaison with the multidisciplinary team.
To have discussions with patients regarding
Advanced Care planning, ReSPECT, Lasting Power of Attorney etc to support
patient decisions.
To effectively supervise activity on a day-to-day
basis and ensure efficient management of the Wellbeing service during a span of
duty.
To ensure the highest clinical standards and quality
of care are maintained, contributing to and sustaining a caring and friendly
environment.
The successful candidate will have a full
understanding of regulatory safeguarding and Mental Capacity guidance and
ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of a growing service.
About us
We want
people to know that the Hospice is not a sad place, and our Hospice does not
necessarily mean the end, it can mean healing and support and it can mean
laughter, joy, making the most out of the time people have left. Having a role whereby you play a key part in providing
and this, so you and the team can give the best possible care to our patients
and their families, really puts this role at the heart of
the Hospice.
As the
line Manager for this role, I very much look forward to working with my new Palliative
Care Nurse. The role is highly rewarding, supporting people at their most
vulnerable, enabling them to live as well as they can for as long as they can. It
is a real privilege to be part of a fantastic team. If you want to be part of our amazing team,
then I would love to hear from you. Naomi Turrell Wellbeing Senior Palliative
Care Nurse, St Andrews Hospice.
Benefits:
- Competitive
salary.
- Paid
Professional Registrations.
- Bridge
Tolls paid.
- Contributory
pension scheme.
- Access
to excellent staff benefits.
- Long
Service Reward Scheme.
- Excellent
annual leave.
- Employee
Assistance Programme.
- Life
Insurance x 3 salary.
- Occupational
Schemes.
- Flexible
working.
- Revalidation
& Excellent CPD
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be able to manage own workload along that of
others, by ensuring appropriate prioritisation and delegation utilising the
most effective skills and capabilities.
Conduct
self in a professional manner, being a role model and leading the staff, to
ensure standards of patient care and the clinical environment are kept to a
high standard.
To
be involved in the collection of data and evidence to support audit and quality
outcomes (Hospice Governance) as requested by the Wellbeing Senior Palliative
Care Nurse/Head of Patient and Family, support & Wellbeing Services.
Take
responsibility for own continued professional development by keeping up to date
with mandatory training, professional developments and evidence-based practice.
To proactively assess own development needs and
seek out development opportunities, which will enable enhanced contribution to
meet the objectives of the Hospice Strategy.
Attend internal; and external training,
developing an expertise in palliative care
To undertake
additional responsibilities to enhance the smooth running of the Service
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be able to manage own workload along that of
others, by ensuring appropriate prioritisation and delegation utilising the
most effective skills and capabilities.
Conduct
self in a professional manner, being a role model and leading the staff, to
ensure standards of patient care and the clinical environment are kept to a
high standard.
To
be involved in the collection of data and evidence to support audit and quality
outcomes (Hospice Governance) as requested by the Wellbeing Senior Palliative
Care Nurse/Head of Patient and Family, support & Wellbeing Services.
Take
responsibility for own continued professional development by keeping up to date
with mandatory training, professional developments and evidence-based practice.
To proactively assess own development needs and
seek out development opportunities, which will enable enhanced contribution to
meet the objectives of the Hospice Strategy.
Attend internal; and external training,
developing an expertise in palliative care
To undertake
additional responsibilities to enhance the smooth running of the Service
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post registration experience
Desirable
- Recent post registration experience in a palliative care setting, including community
Qualifications
Essential
- Current Registered Nurse on the NMC register
- Full driving Licence
- Access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Post Registration Palliative Care training (or willingness to work towards)
- Bereavement training
- Practice Assessor / Practice Supervisor qualification
Knowledge, Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of Palliative and End of Life Care
- Awareness of general pain and symptom management guidelines - desirable
- Knowledge of assessment, care planning and review process and pathways.
- Awareness of regulatory safeguarding policies and procedures
- Awareness of application of the Mental Capacity Act
- Effective time management skills and the ability to organise own work without direct supervision
- To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and with sensitivity
- Ability to maintain excellent rapport with patients, colleagues and visitors to the hospice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post registration experience
Desirable
- Recent post registration experience in a palliative care setting, including community
Qualifications
Essential
- Current Registered Nurse on the NMC register
- Full driving Licence
- Access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Post Registration Palliative Care training (or willingness to work towards)
- Bereavement training
- Practice Assessor / Practice Supervisor qualification
Knowledge, Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of Palliative and End of Life Care
- Awareness of general pain and symptom management guidelines - desirable
- Knowledge of assessment, care planning and review process and pathways.
- Awareness of regulatory safeguarding policies and procedures
- Awareness of application of the Mental Capacity Act
- Effective time management skills and the ability to organise own work without direct supervision
- To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and with sensitivity
- Ability to maintain excellent rapport with patients, colleagues and visitors to the hospice.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
